Tacoma Public Library

It operates eight library branches, which include a central library in downtown Tacoma, two regional locations in north and south Tacoma, and five neighborhood branch locations.

Tacoma Public Library has nearly 150,000 registered users, and over 2 million items in circulation.

Tacoma Public Library serves a population of 198,100 people.

The Handforth Gallery displays the work of local artists year round.

Tacoma Public Library offers the use of computers, databases, books, DVDs, music, ebooks, downloadable audio books, as well as programming for children, teens and adults.